Kibuye Market Chairlady arrested after violent assault amid a leadership tussle

Kisumu police have arrested Kibuye Market chairlady Judith Matengo, alias Nyaramba, over a violent assault on two businesswomen. The attack, linked to leadership disputes, was captured on video and sparked public outrage. Other suspects remain at large...

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Judith Matengo, also known as “Nyaramba” and chairlady of Kibuye Market, has been arrested in Kisumu following a violent assault on two businesswomen. The attack, linked to leadership disputes, occurred on Monday afternoon and was captured in widely circulated social media videos.

The victims sustained multiple serious injuries to their faces, shoulders, arms, and backs.
The suspect, market chairlady Judith Matengo, was apprehended after an overnight intelligence-led operation by Kondele Police Station and DCI personnel.
Other ten individuals allegedly involved in the assault remain at large, with police vowing to pursue all suspects.